Cotton-Wool FOOTPRINTS - LANG YARNS
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Cotton-Wool FOOTPRINTS - LANG YARNS
FOOTPRINTS Lang Yarns Sock Yarn – Fantasy Multicolour Superwash 100g 400m
45% Cotton 42% Superwash Virgin Wool 13% Nylon | 100g – 400m | Socks and Accessories
📋 Main features
- Composition45% cotton – 42% Superwash virgin wool – 13% nylon
- Skein weight100g
- Lengthapprox. 400m
- Recommended needlesn° 3.0 – 3.5mm
- Recommended crochet hookn° 2.5 – 3.5mm
- WashingMachine washable at 30°C on a delicate cycle, dry flat
- Ideal forSocks, socks, gloves, leg warmers, accessories
- Approximate yield1 skein = 1 pair of adult socks size 36-46
🧵 The yarn
FOOTPRINTS Lang Yarns is a fantasy multicolour sock yarn designed specifically for those who want to make durable, breathable, and beautiful socks without having to change colours manually. Its mixed composition of 45% cotton, 42% Superwash virgin wool, and 13% nylon makes it perfect for everyday use: cotton ensures freshness, wool provides softness, and nylon reinforces the most worn areas such as the heel and toe.
Each 100g skein offers approximately 400 metres of yarn, a generous amount that allows you to complete one pair of adult socks (size 36-46) with a single skein. It can be worked with 3.0-3.5mm needles or a 2.5-3.5mm crochet hook, making it ideal for both traditional knitting and circular techniques using double-pointed needles or magic loop.
🧬 Technical composition: why it works
The 45% cotton is the main fibre in this yarn and is no random choice: cotton makes the socks breathable, absorbs moisture, and keeps feet cool even on the hottest days. Unlike pure wool, cotton does not retain excessive heat, making FOOTPRINTS perfect for mid-season socks or for those whose feet sweat easily. This characteristic sets it apart from classic 100% wool sock yarns.
The 42% Superwash virgin wool adds softness, natural elasticity, and warmth without compromising practicality: the Superwash treatment allows machine washing at 30°C without felting. The 13% nylon reinforces the yarn's structure, increasing abrasion resistance in critical areas (heel, toe) and extending the socks' lifespan over time. This three-part combination creates a perfect balance of comfort, practicality, and durability.
📦 Skein format and yield
With 100g and approximately 400 metres of yarn, a single FOOTPRINTS skein is enough to make one complete pair of adult socks from size 36 to 46. This generous length reduces waste and simplifies project planning: there is no need to calculate how many skeins to buy, one is enough for a standard pair of socks.
For larger projects such as leg warmers or long socks, consider 2 skeins. For gloves or mitts, 1 skein is enough for a pair. We recommend buying all the skeins needed for a project from the same colour lot: fantasy shades can vary slightly between lots, and having skeins from the same dye lot guarantees colour uniformity.
🧶 Recommended work
3.0-3.5mm needles are the ideal size for this yarn because they create a compact but not stiff fabric, perfect for socks that need to fit the foot without being tight. With thinner needles (2.5mm), you get a denser and more durable fabric, ideal for trekking socks or intensive use. With 3.5mm needles, the fabric is softer and more breathable, perfect for home socks or mid-season socks.
For circular knitting, you can use 20cm double-pointed needles, 23cm mini circular needles, or the magic loop technique with 80cm circular needles. With a crochet hook (2.5-3.5mm), you can make socks with single crochet or half double crochet for a more structured effect. The multicolour fantasy yarn also enhances even the simplest stitches: there is no need to work jacquard or intarsia, the colour change is automatic.
✨ Why choose FOOTPRINTS Lang Yarns
Compared to 100% wool sock yarns, FOOTPRINTS solves the overheating problem: the presence of 45% cotton makes the socks cooler and more breathable, ideal for those who wear them all day or have feet that sweat easily. Compared to pure synthetic yarns, it retains the softness and natural elasticity of virgin wool, ensuring superior comfort.
The real everyday advantage is the abrasion resistance thanks to the 13% nylon: socks made with FOOTPRINTS last longer in critical areas, reducing the need for frequent repairs. The Superwash treatment eliminates the risk of felting in the washing machine, making maintenance as easy as that of a normal garment. You no longer have to wash socks by hand or worry about ruining them.
🎨 What you can make
FOOTPRINTS was created for socks, but its versatility also makes it perfect for gloves, leg warmers, mitts, headbands, and small accessories where you want a multicolour fantasy effect without having to manage yarn changes. Ideal for handmade projects to give as gifts or sell.
👩🎨 Who it is suitable for
FOOTPRINTS is suitable for both beginners and experts: working with 3-3.5mm needles is manageable even for those who are approaching socks for the first time, and the multicolour fantasy effect enhances even the simplest stitches without requiring advanced techniques. If you are learning to make socks, this yarn allows you to achieve a beautiful result without complications.
It is chosen by hobbyists who want personalized socks, artisans who sell handmade accessories on Etsy or at markets, and those looking for an original handmade gift idea. The combination of practicality (machine washable) and beauty (fantasy shades) makes it perfect even for those who want to give something unique but truly usable.
🧼 Maintenance and care
- WashingMachine washable at 30°C on a delicate cycle with wool detergent, without fabric softener
- BleachingDo not bleach
- Spin cycleDelicate spin cycle (max 600 rpm)
- DryingDry flat away from direct heat sources, do not tumble dry
- IroningIron at low temperature if necessary
- StorageStore in a dry place, away from direct light and moths
📌 Important note
The indicated length (approx. 400m) may vary slightly between skeins of the same batch due to production tolerances. The shades of multicolored fantasy yarn may differ between batches: for projects requiring multiple skeins, we recommend purchasing the entire required quantity at once to ensure color uniformity. The Superwash treatment makes the yarn machine washable, but to best preserve its colors and softness over time, always use mild detergents specifically designed for wool and avoid temperatures above 30°C.
📊 Technical data summary
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